New Mexico Frito Pie
Dave Cole
This is a version of Frito Pie based on what we had at Duran’s
Central Pharmacy in New Mexico. It is served in a bowl almost like a salad
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
- 1 pound ground beef
- 15 ounce can kidney beans optional
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 cup red chili sauce see recipe
- Fritos
- Toppings lettuce, onions, cheese,, tomato
In skillet brown ground beef. Add beans (is using), chili powder and red sauce and stir to combine.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
In a bowl place a layer of Fritos. Top with ground beef mixture. Add tomatoes, lettuce, onions, cheese and any additional toppings as desired.
Keyword Frito Pie, Mexican Food, New Mexico, Red Chili Sauce, Tex-Mex